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Revo1 · 12-17-2010, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by DangerouSS

Are you getting a rental car if your car is out of service for so long? I wouldn't bring it in unless they can guarantee that they will be able to get to it. I've always called ahead and asked the service advisor when the best time was to bring a car in so I could minimize downtime.

#9 · 12-17-2010, 02:43 PM

I don't sweat the rental. The wife picks me up and I just drive the truck.

Revo1 · 12-17-2010, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by #9

I don't sweat the rental. The wife picks me up and I just drive the truck.

Gives me an excuse to drive the 02

Revo1 · 01-14-2011, 03:41 AM

SO, update.

After 4 trips to the dealer, and 3 overnighters- they finally heard the tap. AND CALLED IT PISTON SLAP. WHAT THE F_CK.

The tech claims that the sound did not last long enough for be the lifters, and is NORMAL.

HOWEVER, since we have plenty of warranty left, we should keep an eye on it... WHAT THE F_CK????????

Pretty f_cking irritated right now guys.

Buffnshine · 01-14-2011, 04:18 AM

interesting

SScattergunSS · 01-14-2011, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Revo1

SO, update.

After 4 trips to the dealer, and 3 overnighters- they finally heard the tap. AND CALLED IT PISTON SLAP. WHAT THE F_CK.

The tech claims that the sound did not last long enough for be the lifters, and is NORMAL.

HOWEVER, since we have plenty of warranty left, we should keep an eye on it... WHAT THE F_CK????????

Pretty f_cking irritated right now guys.

I just saw this thread for the first time. Ben, just keep a good eye on it, but don't hesitate to go back in!

Revo1 · 01-14-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by SScattergunSS

I just saw this thread for the first time. Ben, just keep a good eye on it, but don't hesitate to go back in!

I suppose... just sick of taking her in, why don't they just fix her????? Plus the AFM is drivin me nuts, I'm ready for a tune. Argh.

Rock-It Man · 01-14-2011, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Revo1

SO, update.

After 4 trips to the dealer, and 3 overnighters- they finally heard the tap. AND CALLED IT PISTON SLAP. WHAT THE F_CK.

The tech claims that the sound did not last long enough for be the lifters, and is NORMAL.

HOWEVER, since we have plenty of warranty left, we should keep an eye on it... WHAT THE F_CK????????

Pretty f_cking irritated right now guys.

This predictable outcome is exactly why I have not bothered with the dealer.

I don't think a few seconds of lifter tapping at start-up is gonna hurt anything. It's not worth the hassle unless it gets worse.

I think you should try to not worry, and "drive it like you stole it" for 100,000 miles!

ffrcobra_65 · 01-14-2011, 11:47 AM

some techs/dealers just don't want to be bothered with major work done under warranty..they don't make as much money and they hate doing the paperwork to submit to GM. But the god thing is, you already have the problem documented in their system and even if the SAME problem eventually gets so bad after your warranty expires, it would still be covered because you started the documentation and the lack of corrective repairs during the warranty period.

IndeedSS1 · 01-14-2011, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Revo1

I suppose... just sick of taking her in, why don't they just fix her????? Plus the AFM is drivin me nuts, I'm ready for a tune. Argh.

AFM and not wanting to tune was one reason I went with the M6. Sorry you are having to go through this. Maybe you could be our sacrificial lamb. Tune the car, drive it like you would as if nothing was wrong, when it finally breaks, put your stock tune back on, and take er in. Many of us no-tuners would be grateful for taking one for the team. I'm not brave enough.

But just remember what happens to the lamb in the end.:(

Revo1 · 01-14-2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by IndeedSS1

AFM and not wanting to tune was one reason I went with the M6. Sorry you are having to go through this. Maybe you could be our sacrificial lamb. Tune the car, drive it like you would as if nothing was wrong, when it finally breaks, put your stock tune back on, and take er in. Many of us no-tuners would be grateful for taking one for the team. I'm not brave enough.

But just remember what happens to the lamb in the end.:(

:( Not happy that GM is putting me in this position to start with....

All I know is I plan to have some fun with this car regardless. I had better not let me down....................... :(

SScattergunSS · 01-14-2011, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

some techs/dealers just don't want to be bothered with major work done under warranty..they don't make as much money and they hate doing the paperwork to submit to GM. But the god thing is, you already have the problem documented in their system and even if the SAME problem eventually gets so bad after your warranty expires, it would still be covered because you started the documentation and the lack of corrective repairs during the warranty period.

I didn't know this.

ffrcobra_65 · 01-14-2011, 06:52 PM

Revo, sorry I didn't read the entire thread but you saying GM is putting you through this...you sure it isn't the dealer that is unwilling to put in the time to fix it? Has the regional GM rep been contacted? If not, talk to the dealer and find out when is the next time the regional rep is making a visit (the regional rep makes scheduled visits at dealerships in his area) and schedule your car for the same day and speak with the rep. Many times, people blame GM when the problem is at the dealer level. Again, sorry if you already mentioned that GM was already involved.

Revo1 · 01-15-2011, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

some techs/dealers just don't want to be bothered with major work done under warranty..they don't make as much money and they hate doing the paperwork to submit to GM. But the god thing is, you already have the problem documented in their system and even if the SAME problem eventually gets so bad after your warranty expires, it would still be covered because you started the documentation and the lack of corrective repairs during the warranty period.

This, right here. This is the problem.

may have to contact GM directly, but frankly pretty sick of the whole thing. Sigh.

01-14-2011, 03:41 AM	#102
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	SO, update. After 4 trips to the dealer, and 3 overnighters- they finally heard the tap. AND CALLED IT PISTON SLAP. WHAT THE F_CK. The tech claims that the sound did not last long enough for be the lifters, and is NORMAL. HOWEVER, since we have plenty of warranty left, we should keep an eye on it... WHAT THE F_CK???????? Pretty f_cking irritated right now guys. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

01-14-2011, 04:18 AM	#103
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12-17-2010, 02:43 PM	#100
#9 Drives: 2010 red 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Seale AL Posts: 28	I don't sweat the rental. The wife picks me up and I just drive the truck.

01-14-2011, 11:47 AM	#107
ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	some techs/dealers just don't want to be bothered with major work done under warranty..they don't make as much money and they hate doing the paperwork to submit to GM. But the god thing is, you already have the problem documented in their system and even if the SAME problem eventually gets so bad after your warranty expires, it would still be covered because you started the documentation and the lack of corrective repairs during the warranty period.

01-14-2011, 06:52 PM	#111
ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	Revo, sorry I didn't read the entire thread but you saying GM is putting you through this...you sure it isn't the dealer that is unwilling to put in the time to fix it? Has the regional GM rep been contacted? If not, talk to the dealer and find out when is the next time the regional rep is making a visit (the regional rep makes scheduled visits at dealerships in his area) and schedule your car for the same day and speak with the rep. Many times, people blame GM when the problem is at the dealer level. Again, sorry if you already mentioned that GM was already involved.